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I think of a number x, add 9 and divide sum by 3, the result is 8, find the number.
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set up an equation
(x + 9)/3 = 8 solve for x
x + 9 = 24
x = 15
I think of a number x, add 9 and divide sum by 3, the result is 8, find the number.
set up an equation
(x + 9)/3 = 8 solve for x
x + 9 = 24
x = 15